• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Facebook
Instagram
Pinterest
YouTube
TikTok

Jo Cooks

Simple - Easy - Comfort

  • All Recipes
    • Course
      • Breakfast
      • Appetizers
      • Lunch
      • Dinner
      • Desserts
      • Side Dishes
      • Soups
      • Salads
      • Sandwiches
      • Drinks/Cocktails
      • Sauces & Dressings
    • Method
      • Crockpot
      • Instant Pot
      • One Pot
      • Air Fryer
      • Casseroles
    • Season
      • Spring
      • Summer
      • Fall
      • Winter
    • Cuisine
      • Asian
      • Italian
      • Mexican
      • European
      • Indian
      • Romanian
      • Mediterranean
      • Middle Eastern
      • American
    • Ingredient
      • Chicken
      • Pork
      • Beef
      • Seafood
      • Lamb
      • Vegetarian
      • Pasta
      • Spices
    • Holiday
      • Christmas
      • Easter
      • Thanksgiving
      • Game Day
      • Valentine's Day
      • St. Patrick's Day
      • Cinco de Mayo
      • Mother's Day
      • Memorial Day
      • Father's Day
      • 4th Of July
      • Labor Day
      • Halloween
    • Recipe Index
  • Cookbooks
    • The Big Book of Jo’s Quick and Easy Meals
    • 30-Minute One-Pot Meals
  • Shop
  • About Jo
FREE recipe eBook!
Search...
All Recipes
Instant Pot
30 Minute
One Pot Meals
Soups
Dips & Dressings
Baking
Pasta
Sandwiches
Sides
Chicken Lunch Dinner
4.7 from 38 votes

Marinated Chicken Spiedies

Jump to RecipeVideoPrintRate
By: Joanna Cismaru •5/26/23 57 Comments

This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy.

pin for marinated chicken spiedies.


Unleash your grill’s potential with these marinated Chicken Spiedies: succulent, herb-infused chicken cubes nestled in toasty Italian rolls, all lavished with a delectable homemade garlic sauce. It’s a symphony of flavors in every bite that will have you yearning for seconds!

two chicken spiedies on a plate drizzled with garlic sauce.
Table of Contents Open
  • The Best Marinated Chicken Spiedies With Garlic Sauce
  • What Are Spiedies?
  • Why You’ll Love These Chicken Spiedies
  • Ingredients You’ll Need
  • How To Make Chicken Spiedies
    • Make The Garlic Sauce
    • Marinate The Chicken
    • Prep For Grilling
    • Skewer The Chicken And Butter The Rolls
    • Grill The Chicken And Rolls
    • Assemble The Spiedies
  • Egg Free Garlic Sauce
  • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Can I use other meats for Spiedies?
    • I don’t have Italian rolls. What else can I use?
    • Can I make the garlic sauce ahead of time?
    • Can I use dried herbs instead of fresh for the marinade?
  • Expert Tips
  • Storage
  • Other Delicious Chicken Recipes
  • Marinated Chicken Spiedies
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Video
    • Notes
    • Nutrition Information
  • Did You Make This?

The Best Marinated Chicken Spiedies With Garlic Sauce

Ladies and gentlemen, feast your eyes on the culinary triumph that is the marinated Chicken Spiedies! Imagine bite-sized morsels of chicken, bathing in a zesty, herb-infused marinade, then char-grilled until they’re smoky and utterly irresistible.

These treasures are cradled in a toasty Italian roll, drizzled with a finger-licking homemade garlic sauce that brings it all together. This isn’t just a meal, it’s an experience. If there’s a sandwich worth firing up the grill for, this is the one. Don’t just trust me, let your taste buds do the talking!

What Are Spiedies?

Chicken Spiedies are a popular dish originating from Binghamton in the Southern Tier of New York State. The term “spiedie” (pronounced “speedy”) comes from the Italian spiedo meaning spit, and simply refers to cubes of meat cooked on a skewer.

This regional specialty, known for its long marination period and distinct marinade ingredients, is typically served in a soft roll, similar to a sub or hoagie, with the skewer removed. While chicken is a common choice, Spiedies can also be made with almost any meat including pork, lamb, beef, and venison.

two chicken spiedies on a plate drizzled with garlic sauce.

Why You’ll Love These Chicken Spiedies

  • Quick Easy Meal! This is a no-fuss super simple recipe that produces the most delicious chicken sandwiches with layers of flavor using just a handful of basic ingredients and a hot grill. 
  • NY Italian American Classic! Binghamton, New York, is the birthplace of these incredibly tasty lemon herb marinated grilled chicken skewer sandwiches! 
  • Versatile Dish! While the traditional way to enjoy spiedies is on a warm toasted roll, the cubes of grilled chicken can also be eaten right off the skewer as an appetizer, used to top salads, make tacos, or even incorporated into other recipes.

Ingredients You’ll Need

ingredients needed to make marinated chicken spiedies.
  • Chicken Breasts: The star of this dish, chicken is a lean and versatile protein. You can substitute it with other meats like pork, beef, or lamb.
  • Italian Rolls: These rolls are soft and slightly chewy, perfect for holding the grilled chicken. Substitute with any sturdy bread or roll that can hold up to the juicy, marinated chicken.
  • Butter: Used to brush on the rolls for a toasty, buttery flavor. If you’re dairy-free, use a vegan butter alternative or olive oil.
  • Olive Oil: Used in the marinade for richness and to help the herbs adhere to the chicken. You can use any neutral oil in its place.
  • Lemon Juice: Adds tanginess to both the marinade and the garlic sauce. Vinegar could be used as a substitute.
  • Fresh Cilantro and Parsley: These herbs add a bright, fresh flavor to the marinade. You can replace them with other fresh herbs like basil or oregano.
  • Salt and Pepper: Enhances the flavor of the other ingredients. Adjust according to your taste preference.
  • Vegetable Oil: Used in the garlic sauce for a neutral, clean flavor. Can be substituted with any neutral oil.
  • Garlic: Provides a robust, aromatic flavor to the garlic sauce. If you’re not a fan, reduce the amount or skip it entirely.
  • Egg White: Acts as an emulsifier for the garlic sauce. For an egg-free version, you can leave it out, the sauce might just be a bit thinner. Alternatively, use aquafaba or soy lecithin.

How To Make Chicken Spiedies

This chicken spiedie recipe is a breeze! Similar to Chicken Kebabs, spiedies are grilled on skewers which means they are incredibly easy to make! But don’t fret if you don’t own a grill! You can simply cook them in a cast iron grill pan on the stovetop or pop them under a broiler.

Make The Garlic Sauce

The first step is to make the addictively good garlic sauce, which will give the fresh garlic some extra time to infuse the sauce with flavor! All you have to do is put all the sauce ingredients into a blender and then blend the mixture together until a smooth sauce forms, which typically takes about 1 to 2 minutes. Then just put the sauce in the fridge until you are ready to assemble your sandwiches.

process shots showing how to make chicken spiedies.

Marinate The Chicken

process shots showing how to make chicken spiedies.

Next, make the chicken marinade by whisking all the ingredients together in a small bowl. Then put the chunks of chicken into a ziplock bag and pour the marinade over the chicken. Now, seal the bag tightly and toss the chicken around in the marinade until it’s well coated. Then open the bag just a bit, remove as much air as possible, and seal the bag again. This helps to create better contact between the chicken and the marinade. Finally, put the chicken in the fridge to marinate for at least 2 hours and up to overnight.

For the most flavorful Spiedies, let the chicken marinate overnight. This allows the marinade to deeply penetrate the chicken, infusing it with a rich, herbaceous flavor that’s unrivaled. Trust me, it’s worth the wait!

Prep For Grilling

Once the chicken has had enough time to properly marinate, make sure your grill is ready for cooking by checking to see that it is clean and oiling the grill grates. Then preheat your gas grill to medium-high so that it can get good and hot while you skewer the marinated chicken.

Skewer The Chicken And Butter The Rolls

process shots showing how to make chicken spiedies.

While your grill is heating up you’ll want to get the rolls and chicken prepped. To begin, cut all the rolls in half lengthwise and then generously brush the inside of the rolls with butter. Next, thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers dividing the cubes of meat equally among them. 

Grill The Chicken And Rolls

process shots showing how to make chicken spiedies.

After the marinated chicken has been skewered, lay all the skewers directly onto the hot grill in a single layer. Now, grill the chicken skewers on each side for about 3 minutes or until they are fully cooked and begin to brown. Chicken is considered done once the internal temperature of the meat has reached at least 165°F (74°C). Then place the rolls on the grill buttered side down and grill them for about 2 minutes or until the bread is toasty.

No grill? No problem! Heat your grill pan over medium-high heat, then cook the skewered chicken, turning frequently, for about 3-4 minutes per side or until the chicken is cooked through and beautifully charred.

Assemble The Spiedies

process shots showing how to make chicken spiedies.

Now that the chicken is grilled, the rolls are toasted, and the sauce is made, it’s time to put these delicious sandwiches together! First, lay a grilled chicken skewer inside each of the toasted rolls. Then carefully slide the chicken off the stick just leaving the meat on the bread. Finally, drizzle each sandwich with some garlic sauce and then immediately serve your marinated chicken spiedies!

a few skewers of marinated chicken on a white platter.

Egg Free Garlic Sauce

The egg white in the garlic sauce helps to create a creamy and stable emulsion. However, if you prefer not to use egg or are catering to dietary restrictions, you can substitute the egg white with the following options:

  • Aquafaba: Aquafaba is the liquid from a can of chickpeas and it acts as an excellent egg substitute due to its similar protein content. Use 2 tablespoons of aquafaba to replace the egg white.
  • Soy Lecithin: Soy lecithin is a natural emulsifier and can be used to replace the egg white. Use around 1/2 teaspoon for this recipe.

Remember to adjust your seasoning as needed when making substitutions.

two chicken spiedies on a plate drizzled with garlic sauce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use other meats for Spiedies?

Absolutely! While chicken is traditional, you can experiment with pork, beef, or even lamb. Just adjust your cooking time to ensure the meat is cooked through.

I don’t have Italian rolls. What else can I use?

Any sturdy bread or roll that can hold up to the juicy, marinated chicken will work. Sub rolls or hoagie rolls are good alternatives.

Can I make the garlic sauce ahead of time?

Yes, you can. In fact, the flavors will intensify over time. Just store it in the fridge and give it a good stir or shake before using.

Can I use dried herbs instead of fresh for the marinade?

Fresh herbs are preferred for their bright, fresh flavors, but if you only have dried herbs on hand, use about one third of the specified amount, since dried herbs are more potent.

a hand holding a chicken spiedie drizzled with garlic sauce.

Expert Tips

  1. Equal size chunks. One of the keys to grilling perfect skewers is making sure to cube the skinless chicken breast into bite-size pieces that are all about the same size, which helps to ensure that they cook more evenly. 
  2. Properly marinate the chicken. As the recipe states, you need to leave the chicken marinating in the fridge for at least 2 hours. Yet, if possible you should leave it even longer to further enhance the taste and tenderness of the meat.
  3. Soak wooden skewers. If you opt to use wooden or bamboo skewers you will want to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before adding the chicken. This helps to prevent the skewers from catching fire or burning on the grill.
  4. Just wait if it’s sticking. If you find that your chicken skewers are sticking to the grill, just give them another minute. If the temperature is too high chicken will sometimes stick, but the good news is that once the char marks form it should release itself.

Storage

Storing leftover Chicken Spiedies is a breeze. Simply place them in an airtight container and pop them in the fridge, where they’ll keep beautifully for up to 4 days. When you’re ready to serve them again, reheat gently on a stovetop or in the oven to bring them back to their juicy best. So, go ahead and make a big batch, you’ll be glad to have these mouthwatering leftovers on hand!

two chicken spiedies on a plate drizzled with garlic sauce.

Other Delicious Chicken Recipes

  • Grilled Chicken Kebabs
  • Grilled Chicken Sandwich
  • Easy Grilled Chicken Breast
  • Cilantro Lime Chicken with Strawberry Salsa
  • Beer and Honey BBQ Chicken Skewers
  • Crispy Chicken Cutlets

Before You Begin! If you make this, please leave a review and rating letting us know how you liked this recipe! This helps our business thrive & continue providing free recipes.

two chicken spiedies on a plate drizzled with garlic sauce.
Print
4.74 from 38 votes

Marinated Chicken Spiedies

Prep 15 minutes minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours hours
Cook 15 minutes minutes
Total 2 hours hours 30 minutes minutes
Rate Recipe
This isn't just any chicken sandwich, it's the marinated Chicken Spiedies! Picture this: succulent chicken, soaked in a zesty, herby marinade, and grilled to smoky perfection. Tucked into a buttery toasted Italian roll and drizzled with a homemade garlic sauce that's absolutely to die for. Trust me, this is a flavor party you don't want to miss!
4

Ingredients

  • 3 large chicken breasts (cut into cubes)
  • 4 Italian rolls
  • 2 tablespoons butter (melted)

Marinade Ingredients

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Garlic sauce

  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • ⅓ cup lemon juice
  • 6 cloves garlic (peeled)
  • 1 egg white*
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Before You Begin! If you make this, please leave a review and rating letting us know how you liked this recipe! This helps our business thrive & continue providing free recipes.

Instructions 

Garlic Sauce

  • Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth, it should take 1 to 2 minutes. This recipe will make about 1½ cups of sauce, refrigerate leftover sauce.

Spiedies

  • In a small bowl whisk together the marinade ingredients. Place the chicken in a ziploc bag and pour the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag, toss to combine. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours up to overnight.
  • When ready to cook turn on your grill to medium high heat. Clean and oil the grill.
  • Cut the rolls lengthwise and brush the inside of the roll generously with butter.
  • Thread the chicken on 4 skewers, making sure to divide the meat equally among the skewers.
  • Grill the chicken on all sides, about 3 minutes per side, until chicken is cooked and starts to brown. Place the rolls on the grill and let them grill for about 2 minutes or until the bread starts to brown.
  • In each roll lay a grilled skewer inside. Gripping the roll at the bottom, carefully slide skewer off, leaving meat in the bread. Drizzle generously with the garlic sauce.

Video

Notes

  1. Egg White: You can omit the egg white in the recipe. It’s primarily used as an emulsifier to help the oil and lemon juice blend together more smoothly, creating a creamier sauce. However, if you or someone you’re cooking for has an egg allergy or dietary restrictions, you can leave it out. The sauce may be a bit thinner and less creamy, but it should still taste great. Just make sure to blend the sauce well and give it a good stir or shake before drizzling it onto your spiedies.
  2. Marination Time: The longer the chicken marinates, the more flavorful it will be. If time allows, consider marinating the chicken overnight.
  3. Grilling: Be careful not to overcook the chicken to keep it juicy and tender. Keep an eye on your skewers and turn them regularly for even grilling.
  4. Substitutions: While chicken is traditionally used, feel free to use other meats like pork, beef, or lamb.
  5. Serving: Chicken Spiedies are best served fresh off the grill. However, if you’re planning to serve them later, consider grilling the bread and heating up the chicken just before serving.
  6. Garlic Sauce: This sauce is quite flavorful. If you’re not a fan of strong garlic flavor, you might want to start with half the amount and adjust to taste.
  7. Storage: Leftover Chicken Spiedies can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently to avoid drying out the chicken.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1spiedieCalories: 559kcal (28%)Carbohydrates: 23g (8%)Protein: 23g (46%)Fat: 42g (65%)Saturated Fat: 9g (56%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 69mg (23%)Sodium: 892mg (39%)Potassium: 476mg (14%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 586IU (12%)Vitamin C: 21mg (25%)Calcium: 63mg (6%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
© Author Joanna Cismaru

Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.

two chicken spiedies on a plate drizzled with garlic sauce.

Did You Make This?

We love seeing what you made! Tag us on Instagram at @jocooks or hashtag #jocooks so we can see your creations!

Rate Recipe
Add Your Photo!
  • 394
  • 1
Home Recipes
Joanna Cismaru

Joanna Cismaru

I’m Joanna (Jo for short) and this is my blog where I share with you my culinary adventures. Through Jo Cooks, I invite you to join me in my kitchen as we explore delicious recipes from around the globe, celebrate the joy of cooking, and make every meal a memorable one. Happy cooking!

Read More
iPad showing title of ebook 30 recipes from around the world
Subscribe

Get our FREE recipe eBook + weekly newsletter!

Loading

guest
Did you make this recipe? Rate it:




The comment form collects your name, email and content to allow us keep track of the comments placed on the website. Please read and accept our website Terms and Privacy Policy to post a comment.

guest
Did you make this recipe? Rate it:




The comment form collects your name, email and content to allow us keep track of the comments placed on the website. Please read and accept our website Terms and Privacy Policy to post a comment.

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

57 Comments
Newest
Oldest Most Voted
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments
JLC
JLC
Posted: 3 months ago

5 stars
This is one of our families’ favorite dinners – super easy and delicious. I even use the garlic sauce for other recipes. Delicious!

0
Reply
Kat
Kat
Posted: 8 months ago

I’ve been reading your blog for a few years now and never knew you had a spiedie recipe. I’m from Binghamton so this just made my day! Looks amazing, can’t wait to make it!

0
Reply
Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
Author
Reply to  Kat
Posted: 8 months ago

Hope you like it!

0
Reply
Amy
Amy
Posted: 2 years ago

5 stars
This was delicious & we will be making it again! We added extra garlic cloves to the sauce as we don’t think you can have too much garlic 🙂

0
Reply
Jayna
Jayna
Posted: 2 years ago

5 stars
OMG!!! I’ve made Spiedies for years. This one, with the garlic sauce? YUM!!! Thank you!!

0
Reply
Jaime
Jaime
Posted: 2 years ago

Love this recipe, Jo, as I have all of yours that I’ve tried…

Just a suggestion – in regards to uncooked egg whites in the sauce – if you’re worried about salmonella, simply use egg whites – pasteurized egg whites are available in cartons in the dairy section of most grocery stores – they’re inexpensive and safe when you need egg whites but not the yummy yolks!

0
Reply
Jo Cooks Team
Jo Cooks Team
Reply to  Jaime
Posted: 2 years ago

That’s right! 🙂

0
Reply
Jaime
Jaime
Reply to  Jo Cooks Team
Posted: 2 years ago

5 stars
One more thing…

In the post body it mentions garlic in the marinade ingredients, but there’s no mention of it in the ingredients list or the instructions on the recipe card – Now I erred to the side of garlic (as I always do) and added about four minced cloves to the marinade as well. But which is it supposed to be?

I made vegetable skewers to go with these (zucchini, yellow squash, onion, mushrooms, bell peppers and grape tomatoes) and doubled the sauce for them. Perfect summer dinner.

Forgot to rate it before, too…

Thanks again!

0
Reply
Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
Author
Reply to  Jaime
Posted: 2 years ago

Thanks for that, fixed it, there is no garlic in the marinade, but then who am I kidding. You can add garlic to anything!

0
Reply
william Alex
william Alex
Posted: 3 years ago

4 stars
I tried your Marinated Chicken Spiedies with Garlic Sauce but I realized that if I add chili sauce, it’s more delicious, and in my restaurant, I have already lots of dishes in the menu but I want to update the menu list and after a long search I got perfect dish for my restaurant, in future I will introduce into my New Sham Baltimore restaurant.

0
Reply
marvina
marvina
Posted: 3 years ago

5 stars
Husband and I loved this recipe. However, I did not have skewers nor an outdoor grill, but everything else was great. Perfect Jo

0
Reply
Lyn Price
Lyn Price
Posted: 3 years ago

I’m from Vestal, NY, a suburb of Binghamton and yes, I grew up with these. My mom always made them with lamb (pretty much the most popular meat in our area) and in the winter we’d spit the marinated lamb and cook it over the wood in the fireplace. Yum! Your recipe is pretty close to the one I grew up with. Thanks for sharing this great recipe on your blog for others to enjoy!

0
Reply
Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
Author
Reply to  Lyn Price
Posted: 3 years ago

So happy to hear this, and I’m glad the recipe is close to what you remember. 🙂

0
Reply
Pat
Pat
Posted: 3 years ago

its waaay too cold to grill. Can the chicken be grilled on a grill pan? If so how would that work? More time because it is a grill pan?

0
Reply
Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
Author
Reply to  Pat
Posted: 3 years ago

Absolutely! Depends how hot your grill pan is, it might take a couple minutes longer, but shouldn’t take too much longer. You could even just cook the chicken cubes in a skillet.

0
Reply
Lyn Price
Lyn Price
Posted: 4 years ago

5 stars
Great recipe, but I’m partial to lamb (according to “My Big Fat Greek Wedding”, lamb is a vegetarian item, so I guess that makes my preference vegetarian, lol).
Amazed to see this recipe here. I’m from Vestal, NY, a suburb of Binghamton and I grew up eating these made by my mother. Her twist on it in the winter (not a griller) was to put the meat on hotdog spits and cook in the fireplace. Different, right?
Yes, snowy high school football games, freezing in my wool band uniform and holding a metal flute… those were the days. I now live in SoCal…
In the Binghamton area we just make up extra marinade, heat it up, and serve to drizzle over the cooked meat. We are pretty basic, purist types…
Thanks again for the nod to the Binghamton area.

0
Reply
Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
Author
Reply to  Lyn Price
Posted: 4 years ago

My pleasure, Lyn! So glad you enjoyed this and that I took you down memory lane. 🙂

0
Reply
Donna
Donna
Posted: 4 years ago

5 stars
This is SO delicious and so easy to make!

0
Reply
Carolina
Carolina
Posted: 5 years ago

5 stars
I made these for dinner and wow! The sauce is amazing! I can’t wait to put it on everything.
My sauce ended up like a homemade mayonnaise because I used the nutribullet to blend it. I may never buy commercial mayo again! Oh and I cooked the chicken on a cast iron griddle on the stove. The chicken was incredibly tender and flavorful even though it only marinated for 30 minutes.

0
Reply
Heather
Heather
Posted: 5 years ago

Have you tried baking these instead of grilling? Our weather has just turned a bit frigid for me…

0
Reply
Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
Author
Reply to  Heather
Posted: 5 years ago

Same here! You could even cook this chicken on the stove top in a skillet, but yes you could bake them as well, I would probably bake them for about 20 min at 400 F degrees, but do check them and make sure they are cooked through.

0
Reply
Gail Mpintos
Gail Mpintos
Reply to  Joanna Cismaru
Posted: 8 months ago

Hi, I was born and raised in the Binghamton area. Yes, spiedies can be cooked any way you like. However, the simplistic perfection of spiedies on the grill, pulled off the skewer with a piece of good Italian bread and savoring the marriage of meat and bread….with the bread slightly moistened by the juices of the meat…..culinary heaven!!!! That is the way spiedies were eaten in this area for years. They have evolved into subs and topping for pizza and salads. All delicious. However, the original spiedie was/is best….simply delicious!

0
Reply
Lea
Lea
Posted: 5 years ago

5 stars
Theses were great! I halved the garlic sauce and still had plenty. I used pasteurized egg so I didn’t have to worry about using the raw egg. Thanks for the recipe

0
Reply
Fenne Kieken
Fenne Kieken
Reply to  Lea
Posted: 5 years ago

So glad you tried this recipe and made it work for you. Thanks for the five star rating…

0
Reply
Jessi
Jessi
Posted: 6 years ago

Just saw this great recipe!!! Definitely going to try making it for lunch. I think my kids will love it. Thanks for sharing.

0
Reply
Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
Author
Reply to  Jessi
Posted: 6 years ago

Thanks

0
Reply

sidebar

Headshot of Joanna Cismaru

Hey there!

I’m Joanna (Jo for short) and this is the place where I share my passion for easy and delicious recipes. From comforting classics to global flavors, I believe that cooking should be fun, approachable, and most importantly, rewarding. Join me on this culinary journey and let’s get cooking!

Read More
Collage of recipe ebooks
Subscribe

Get our FREE recipe eBook + weekly newsletter!

Loading

Pasta Favorites

baked mac and cheese in a black cast iron skillet.
45 minutes mins

Baked Mac And Cheese

freshly made crack chicken penne with a wooden spoon in a skillet.
40 minutes mins

Crack Chicken Penne

chicken pot pie pasta in a white serving bowl with a wooden serving spoon.
50 minutes mins

Chicken Pot Pie Pasta

freshly made one pot pasta in a dutch oven.
20 minutes mins

One Pot Pasta

tomato spinach chicken pasta in a white bowl.
30 minutes mins

Tomato Spinach Chicken Pasta

homemade hamburger helper lasagna from scratch in a skillet.
30 minutes mins

One Pot Hamburger Helper Lasagna

baked feta pasta in a white bowl garnished with fresh basil.
50 minutes mins

Baked Feta Pasta (Tik Tok Pasta)

sideview shot of chicken fajita pasta in a white bowl with a fork inside
45 minutes mins

Chicken Fajita Pasta

side close up shot of swedish meatball pasta in a beige braised garnished with parsley
30 minutes mins

Swedish Meatball Pasta

overhead shot of a bowl of haluski
40 minutes mins

Haluski (Cabbage and Noodles)

A stack of cookbooks
Grab a copy!

My Cookbooks

Order Now: Amazon | Indigo | Barnes & Noble | Indie Bound | Books-A-Million

Dinner Favorites

smothered pork chops in a skillet garnished with parsley.
1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Smothered Pork Chops

a wooden spoon lifting a salisbury steak out of the skillet
30 minutes mins

Salisbury Steak

beef lo mein in a black wok.
30 minutes mins

Beef Lo Mein

side shot of beef and broccoli in a skillet
15 minutes mins

Easy Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

skillet shepherd's pie in a cast iron skillet with a portion taken out.
1 hour hr 25 minutes mins

Skillet Shepherd’s Pie

a serving spoon inside a skillet with chicken broccoli rice casserole.
30 minutes mins

One Pot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

side view shot of two italian stuffed peppers in a bowl
2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Italian Stuffed Peppers

side view shot of a bowl with a scoop of spaghetti bolognese in it
40 minutes mins

Spaghetti Bolognese

Facebook
Instagram
Pinterest
YouTube
TikTok
Visit our Other Site: Craving Home Cooked

Explore

Recipes
Cookbooks
About Jo
Contact

Legal

Privacy Policy
Accessibility
Disclaimers
No AI
© 2023 Jo Cooks
Site Credits
Designed by Melissa Rose Design Developed by Once Coupled
Back to Top
wpDiscuz